Would you like to make a difference to the environment? Do you want to work for a global and ethical company? Join us and help us provide energy-efficient solutions that make a real impact. We make what matters work. To find out more about us check: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=baa_aiJ4L7E This is a management role within the Global Financial Services and Systems (GFSS) Function within the Budapest Business Centre. The Budapest BSC works in partnership with Eaton's internal customers to provide a range of services to all our divisions in the EMEA region. Record to Report (RTR) Team Leader ensures the effective delivery of all key finance activities in line with the Eaton financial cycle. The role requires experience of people management, excellent communication skills and a strong customer focus. Effectively manage end to end process to ensure a best practice leading process is adopted to ensure the optimal automation is in place, and is fully in line with Eaton policy, Standard Accounting Principles, and meeting customer expectations. Your main responsibilities Ensure the delivery of all standard US GAAP Accounting Processes including month end close, balance sheet reconciliations, analysis, reporting, systems governance and maintenance, and customer support. Effectively manage end to end process to ensure a best practice leading process is adopted to ensure the optimal automation is in place and is fully in line with Eaton policy, and meeting customer expectations Ensuring resources within the team are deployed effectively, and efficiently in order to manage customer expectations regarding timely delivery of a high quality product - demonstration of a strong customer focus is key Ensure an appropriate controls framework is in place resulting in SOX compliance, and drive a strong accounting and governance culture throughout the accounting team through continuous development and coaching Provide team organisational goals and ensure regular meetings are held with team members to discuss progress Coach and provide guidance on team member’s development plans, ensuing support is given in order to achieve the plans agreed. Manage effectively all queries, issues and offer timely solutions to customers. Provide appropriate communication to customers and ensuring their expectations are appropriately managed Manage the GFSS relationship (eg. Pune) by effective process control review, SLA, review and annual goal alignment Reviewing existing business processes with a view to implementing necessary improvements throughout the GFSS and Country Controller organisations Be Ambassador of the GFSS Accounting team. Highlight and identify issues and lead the action identified actions. Co-ordinate and communicate actions to the customers Support and drive all technical accounting and statutory accounting as per Eaton adopted accounting policies and procedures Support SOX validations in line with corporate SOX timetable and ensure appropriate documentation is regularly reviewed and updated Support the Finance Manager in coaching and providing guidance on team member’s development plans, ensuing support is given in order to achieve the plans agreed Qualifications Your essential skills we are looking for Bachelor degree in Finance/Accounting Relevant experience in finance, accounting or similar with few years in people management (demonstrable leadership skills) Extensive finance / general accounting knowledge (US GAAP is preferable, exposure to SOX) Advanced PC / Technical Skills and Experience with Microsoft Office Products including MS Access, MS Excel and MS Outlook Advanced knowledge of ERP preferably Oracle / SAP Strong cross/multi-cultural background and experience; sensitive to cultural differences Proven experience in managing and developing a finance function in a challenging environment Proven track record in delivering process improvement initiatives Ability to deal with a range of issues efficiently and in a timely manner: be very solutions driven, analytical and capable of delivering results, effective communication, evaluation and problem solving skills Experienced in providing a high standard of customer care Able to work within a large, multi-cultural organisation with international stakeholders Additional European languages are beneficial What we offer to you: Competitive compensation and benefits package (annual bonus, cafeteria, health insurance and many more) Permanent contract in a fast-growing global company Challenging projects in dynamic collaborative team Flexible working solutions are implemented across different EMEA locations We make ethics and culture matter – You will enjoy working in supportive and collaborative workplace where ethics and safety are in our DNA We make your perspectives matter - Different points of view are what drive innovation and collaboration, and at Eaton, innovation begins with top-to-bottom diversity. Our senior leadership is made up of individuals from diverse groups to help create an environment where employees feel represented and heard at every level. We make your aspirations matter – Eaton encourages internal promotion, whenever possible We make your growth matter - We invest in our employees for the long term – not just with salary and benefits, but with ongoing learning and development opportunities made available through Eaton University We make your contributions matter - reliability, safety, efficiency, and sustainability are at the core of our dedication to improving people’s lives and the environment through power management technologies. We make your wellbeing matter – We put your health and safety first. Wellness at Eaton is more than a program, it’s about changing the environment by offering the right tools to help empower employees to make that happen We make your voice matter - we value safety and trust. This is a place where you can speak up and be heard. There’s room here for everyone because we believe that every person matters. #LI-IH1 Eaton is an intelligent power management company dedicated to improving the quality of life and protecting the environment for people everywhere. We are guided by our commitment to do business right, to operate sustainably and to help our customers manage power ─ today and well into the future. By capitalizing on the global growth trends of electrification and digitalization, we’re accelerating the planet’s transition to renewable energy, helping to solve the world’s most urgent power management challenges, and doing what’s best for our stakeholders and all of society. Founded in 1911, Eaton has been listed on the NYSE for nearly a century. We reported revenues of $19.6 billion in 2021 and serve customers in more than 170 countries. Our culture is built on a strong commitment to practicing our core values and supporting our employees with the tools they need to succeed. We have demonstrated our passion for sustainability with the announcement of cutting carbon emissions from the company’s operations by at least 50 percent by 2030. Eaton is committed to having a workforce that is diverse and non-discriminatory at all levels, reflecting the diversity of our customers and the varied environments in which we conduct business around the world. Our success depends on our ability to attract and retain the very best people unlimited by race, color, social or economic status, religion, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any protected status. Eaton follows relevant non-discrimination laws and regulations in the countries where we operate. It is the policy of the Company to make all decisions regarding employment, including hiring, compensation, training, promotions, transfers, or lay-offs, based on the principle of equal employment opportunity as defined above. Job: Finance/Accounting Region: Europe, Middle East, Africa Organization: Corporate Sector Job Level: Individual Contributor Schedule: Full-time Is remote work (i.e. working from home or another Eaton facility) allowed for this position?: Yes – Hybrid Does this position offer relocation?: No Travel: No